Cyclamen Aldehyde

Cyclamen Aldehyde is a synthetic fragrance component (odorant aldehyde) typically used at very low concentrations, but fragrance ingredients are disproportionately represented in irritation and sensitization reports, especially in eczema-prone and barrier-impaired skin. Aldehydes can be stinging/irritating on compromised skin and are common triggers in fragrance-allergic contact dermatitis; cumulative exposure from multiple fragranced products increases risk. For patient safety in sensitive populations, it warrants a significant irritancy score despite low use levels. Safety Notes: Cyclamen Aldehyde is a potent fragrance aldehyde typically used at trace levels in fine fragrance compositions incorporated into cosmetics; in mass-market leave-on skincare it is often present around 0.00001–0.001% (or lower) as part of a perfume blend, especially in sensitive-skin products seeking minimal allergen exposure. Higher consumer-available levels are observed in strongly fragranced body lotions, deodorants, and rinse-off wash products where the perfume load is higher, with Cyclamen Aldehyde rarely exceeding ~0.02% due to odor impact and general fragrance formulation practice. This range reflects real-world usage as a component of “parfum/fragrance” rather than as a functional skincare active, and actual level depends strongly on total fragrance load and product type (rinse-off often tolerates higher top-note aldehydes than facial leave-on).